smart fortwo smart fortwo 2012 Volkswagen Jetta Volkswagen Jetta 2018

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

smart fortwo vs. Volkswagen Jetta Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

smart fortwo vs. Volkswagen Jetta Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $18,250

smart fortwo Passion   
Difference: $8,845

Lowest Total Invoice: $17,025

smart fortwo Passion   
Difference: $9,020

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220182018
ModelfortwoJettaJetta
TrimPassion1.8T SEL2.0T GLI
Body2dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $14,690 $26,245 $29,545
Base Invoice $13,662 $25,195 $28,362
Cruise control 280    
Navigation system 1,290    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 250    
Power steering (optional) 550    
Tachometer 120    
Center armrest(s), front row 80    
Heated front seats 240    
Cruise control 260    
Navigation system 1,200    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 232    
Power steering (optional) 512    
Tachometer 112    
Center armrest(s), front row 74    
Heated front seats 223    
Options (change) 2,810 0 0
Options (change) 2,613 0 0
Destination 750 850 850
Total Price $18,250 $27,095 $30,395
Total Invoice $17,025 $26,045 $29,212

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation smart fortwo dealer quotes or Volkswagen Jetta dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: smart fortwo vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: smart fortwo Passion
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,515
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,897
Model Year201220182018
ModelfortwoJettaJetta
TrimPassion1.8T SEL2.0T GLI
Body2dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine70hp I3170hp I4210hp I4
TransmissionS5T6S6
DrivetrainRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 2400, 9400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)155/60-15225/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$18,250$27,095$30,395
Adjustments for Features0-5,330-5,080
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$18,250$21,765$25,315
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,550
Total Invoice$17,025$26,045$29,212
Adjustments for Features0-5,123-4,882
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$17,025$20,922$24,330
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,408

Return to top

Features Comparison: smart fortwo vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year201220182018
ModelfortwoJettaJetta
TrimPassion1.8T SEL2.0T GLI
Body2dr Hatch4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automated manual$1000  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100 
6-speed automated manual  $1100
RWD$0  
FWD $0$0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850 
Cruise control$150 $150
Power rear side windows $200$200
Proximity key $250$250
Remote app $25$25
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150$150
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Automatic braking, low-speed $200 
Blind spot warning system $200$200
Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear $100$100
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100$100
Forward collision warning $200 
Knee airbag, driver$75  
Knee airbag, passenger$75  
Obstacle detection, front  $150
Obstacle detection, rear  $250
Rearview camera $200$200
Secondary collision brake assist $25$25
Temporary spare tire $150$150
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150  
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25
Rear seat pass-through $100$100
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15
Rear air vents $100$100
Rear wiper$175  
Engine / Motor 
Rear-engine configuration$0  
Exterior 
Active grille shutters $0 
Body kit  $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Glass roof panel(s)$300  
Painted brake calipers (optional)  $0
Rear spoiler $200$200
Sunroof $900$900
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100
App support $0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
DVD-compatible player$0  
HD radio $50$50
Mirrorlink support $0$0
Satellite radio $200$200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200
Traffic + travel information $25$25
Voice control for nav and audio $100$100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25  
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150
Fog lights $125$125
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50$50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50$50
Visor mirror, passenger$10  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Folding passenger seat$150  
Folding second row seats $300$300
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Metal pedals  $75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100
Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) $0$0
Synthetic leather seating surfaces $0$0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100
Total Value of Features$2,110$7,440$7,190
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,330$5,080
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,123-4,882

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: smart fortwo vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20122018
ModelfortwoJetta
Body2dr Hatch4dr Sedan
Wheelbase73.5 in104.4 in
Length106.1 in183.3 in
Width61.4 in70.0 in
Height60.7 in57.2 in
Curb Weight1,809 lb.2,931 lb.
Fuel Capacity8.7 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.7 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room48.0 in55.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room45.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.6 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in38.1 in
Cargo Volume12.0 ft315.7 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
smart fortwo Passion

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
iPod integration100Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested825100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Hatchbacks and Convertibles.
See TrueDelta's information for all smart models.